SEO Manager l Beauty Manchester

Manchester-based THG (The Hut Group) receives largely negative sentiment in employee reviews, with a Glassdoor rating around 2.7/5 from about 1,100 reviews. Key strengths noted by some include fast progression, early exposure to leadership, mentoring, strong internal networks, and on-site perks and facilities at the Manchester HQ. Common criticisms focus on toxic culture and leadership, overwork and underpayment, limited benefits (21 days leave, unpaid sick days), lack of flexible working, and recent redundancies as the business tightens costs; note that Glassdoor reviews are self-selected and may not fully represent all employees. CSR and sustainability themes are not heavily discussed in Manchester reviews, though THG has engaged in CSR activity such as a Covid relief package in 2020. (glassdoor.com.au)

What does the role involve?

You’ll develop and execute SEO strategies for THG Beauty brands, overseeing on-page optimization, technical SEO, and content alignment with business goals. You’ll analyse performance, run audits, collaborate with content and product teams, and own the roadmap to lift organic visibility and revenue.

How does this role contribute to THG Beauty's growth?

This role directly drives organic growth across leading retailers like LOOKFANTASTIC and Cult Beauty. By improving rankings, traffic quality, and conversions, you help accelerate the channel shift to online and strengthen the global digital partner position.

What skills and experience matter most for success?

A strong background in SEO, with hands-on experience in technical SEO, content optimization, and analytics. Familiarity with e-commerce platforms, tools like Google Analytics and Search Console, and a data-driven mindset are essential. Experience with Shopify or Magento and cross-functional collaboration is a plus.

Who will you work with and how is the team structured?

You’ll collaborate with product, content, marketing, and analytics teams across THG Beauty and partner brands. The role sits within a fast-paced global ecommerce group, offering opportunities to partner with brand managers and external agencies.

What growth and development opportunities does THG offer?

THG emphasizes fast progression and exposure to a diverse portfolio of brands, from LOOKFANTASTIC to ESPA. You’ll gain experience across paid and organic channels while shaping global SEO strategy.

What makes THG Beauty a unique place to work?

THG blends a global ecommerce scale with a beauty-first mindset, offering ownership, rapid decision-making, and a collaborative culture. You’ll be part of a team that moves fast, thinks BIG, and delivers customer-centric digital experiences.